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Cost for treatment

Glomerulonephritis Diagnosis
2963
Diagnosis and conservative treatment of glomerulonephritis
6762.13
General therapeutic rehabilitation
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St. Anna Hospital Herne
St. Anna Hospital Herne
Overall rating9.5 / 10
According to the famous Focus magazine, the St. Anna Hospital Herne ranks among the best medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital first opened its doors to patients on September 27, 1901, and therefore it is rightfully proud of its long history and successful treatment results. Initially, the hospital had only
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The Gaziosmanpasa Hospital of Yeniyuzyil University is a private maximum care medical facility with the high standards of patient care. The hospital began its activities in 1992 and during this time has gained an excellent reputation in Turkey and in many other countries of the world.
Asan Medical Center is Korea’s largest medical institution, with 1,600 physicians and surgeons, 3,100 nurses, 2,680 beds, and 67 operating rooms, occupying more than four million square feet (about 371,600 square meters). A typical day at AMC sees 2,500 inpatients and 10,000 outpatients treated. The treatment of heart dise
The Samsung Medical Center was founded in 1994 and soon won the reputation of a medical facility of presidential standards, which it still preserves today. The hospital has 40 departments, 10 specialized centers and a huge Cancer Center with 655 beds. The medical facility is equipped with advanced equipment (for example, a 32-ch
The Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center is the second largest and one of the most advanced healthcare and research facilities in Israel. It began its work in 1961, but it is still popular among the local population and attracts thousands of international patients. The multidisciplinary medical center covers an area of ​​150,000 m&s
For over 30 years, the Max Grundig Clinic Buehl has enjoyed the status of one of the best medical centers not only in Germany but throughout Europe. The clinic was founded by Max Grundig, a legendary man whose work has always been aimed at the well-being of society. The medical complex still honors long traditions and adheres to
University Hospital Mainz
University Hospital Mainz
Overall rating9.7 / 10
The University Hospital Mainz is one of the best maximum care medical facilities in Germany and an internationally recognized scientific center. There are more than 60 departments and institutes, which represent all fields of modern medicine. The hospital serves more than 68,000 inpatients and more than 273,000 outpatients annua
The Urology Clinic Wiener Platz Munich is a highly specialized medical complex with state-of-the-art equipment and highly qualified doctors. The clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the male reproductive system (prostate, testicles, and penis), bladder, and kidneys. The healthcare facility also provid
The University Hospital Freiburg is famous for its rich history and is one of the oldest and most prestigious medical facilities in Germany (one of the three best medical institutions in the country). The hospital was based on the Faculty of Medicine of the Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg, which celebrated its 550th anniver
The ATOS Clinic Heidelberg is a reputable medical complex with high standards of patient care. The clinic was founded in 1991. Since then, it has taken a leading position in the European medical arena in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system and many other pathologies. The clinic has a highly professional team
The Vivantes Neukölln Hospital is the maximum care hospital and one of the largest healthcare facilities in Berlin.  There are more than 20 specialized departments and centers, including pediatric departments. In total, the hospital has 1,200 beds. The hospital uses innovative technologies and the latest treatments, as
The Preventicum Diagnostic Clinic Essen is an advanced medical center oriented on providing high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic services. The primary focus of the clinic is comprehensive diagnostics, including preventive examinations (check-ups). The clinic presents such medical fields as internal medicine, cardiology, gastr
The Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern enjoys the status of a modern medical facility, which work is based on the highest medical standards, a humane and respectful attitude towards patients. The history of the health facility began back in 1888, when it functioned with the assistance of the Deaconess Foundation. In 2002, the hospital
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About the disease

Glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of the glomeruli, which are the kidney’s filters. The glomeruli are responsible for removing the excess fluid and waste from the blood stream, which is then passed out of the body in the urine. There are two types of glomerulonephritis: acute and chronic. Acute glomerulonephritis occurs suddenly and causes inflammation, while chronic glomerulonephritis develops gradually and may be asymptomatic for a certain period of time. It is most commonly caused by such diseases as lupus and diabetes. Glomerulonephritis can also be caused by viral infections, such as HIV, hepatitis B and C. People with heart problems are more likely to develop glomerulonephritis, which is why they need to undergo urinalysis on a regular basis.

If not treated, glomerulonephritis can result in such complications as acute or chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure. This can be caused by excessive waste in the bloodstream, which is not being filtered properly by the glomeruli and is now contaminating the blood.

According to the American website MedScape, the peak of incidence of glomerulonephritis was in the 1990s and now it has decreased by 40-50%. During the same period, nephritis and hepatitis increased almost by 30%. Glomerulonephritis usually develops in children 5-15 years of age.

Symptoms

  • Frequent urination
  • Pink or dark urine
  • High blood pressure
  • Pain in the kidneys
  • Swelling in the face or feet
  • Fatigue

Diagnosis

  • Urinalysis can help a doctor find out if there are red blood cell casts in a patient’s blood, which indicates problems with the glomeruli.
  • A Kidney X-Ray can also indicate an inflammatory response.
  • Ultrasound checks the kidneys on a deeper level.
  • Blood tests can provide information about the amount of waste (such as creatinine or nitrogen) in the bloodstream. A high amount of waste can also indicate glomerulonephritis. 

Treatment

  • This disease usually requires conservative treatment in order to avoid kidney failure or other complications. It includes infection eradication, if glomerulonephritis was caused by hepatitis or other infections and consists of a course of antibiotics.
  • Diuretics and beta-blockers are usually prescribed in order to control high blood pressure, which can be caused by an excessive amount of waste in the bloodstream.
  • Immune-suppressing drugs are recommended if a patient has acute inflammation.  
  • Dialysis is used if glomerulonephritis is caused by excess fluid in the kidneys. In this case, blood pressure is regulated by the removal of the excess fluid. 
  • In progressive stages, glomerulonephritis can cause kidney failure, in which case the patient may need a kidney transplant.

Authors: Dr. Vadim ZhiliukDr. Sergey Pashchenko